Addressing the nation on International Yoga Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the world is looking at Yoga as an agent of global good. The PM was scheduled to address the nations on the banks of the Dal Lake to celebrate the 10th International Yoga Day but due to incessant rain the event was moved indoor.
The prime minister is now performing yoga in a 30-minute session. This year's theme, "Yoga for Self and Society", emphasises yoga's vital role in fostering individual well-being and social harmony.
Over the years, PM Modi has led Yoga Day celebrations at various iconic locations, including Delhi's Kartavya Path, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Ranchi and Jabalpur. Last year, he led the events at the UN Headquarters in New York, which is expected to bring more attention to the Srinagar programme.
Here are the highlights on International Yoga Day celebrations:
From New York To Shanghai, How Yoga Day Was Celebrated Across The Globe
In New York's Times Square,yoga practitioners assembled for day-long sessions of the ancient Indian practice to celebrate of the International Day of Yoga.
PM Modi Leads Yoga Session In Srinagar To Mark 10th International Yoga Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the 10th International Yoga Day celebrations this morning from Jammu and Kashmir -- an event that has received massive national and global attention in which the location plays no small part.
"Yoga A Gift From Sages": Rajasthan Chief Minister On International Yoga Day
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and Governor Kalraj Mishra performed Yoga at a state-level function at Sawai Mansingh Stadium here to mark the Internation Day of Yoga on Friday. Chief Minister Sharma said that everyone should stay healthy and happy by doing Yoga.
"Yoga is part of our culture and comes as the blessings and a gift from ancient sages...PM Modi has worked hard to take Yoga to the world map. Through Yoga, a person remains healthy, physically as well as mentally."
Army's Trishakti corps Celebrate International Day Of Yoga
The Trishakti corps of the Indian Army celebrated the International Day of Yoga across its stations in North Bengal and Sikkim, including border areas located above 15,000 feet, officials said. “As part of the International Yoga Day, Trishakti Corps conducted various Yoga activities in military stations across North Bengal and Sikkim, including the border areas. The activities were conducted throughout June and culminated on Friday," an official said.
"Yoga Is Journey Of The Self": Actor Anupam Kher Shares Video On International Yoga Day
On the occasion of International Yoga Day, veteran actor Anupam Kher shared a special video with glimpses of him performing Yoga. Taking to his Instagram handle, he posted a video aiming to raise awareness about the relevance of Yoga among his fans and followers. He wrote in the caption, "Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self! "Heartiest greetings and congratulations to all of you on International Yoga Day. My salute to all my yoga gurus. #InternationalYogaDay"
"Yoga India's Gift To Humanity": President Droupadi Murmu Performs Yoga
President Droupadi Murmu on Friday greeted the entire global community, especially the citizens of India, on the occasion of International Day of Yoga and said that yoga is a way to physical, mental and spiritual well-being. "Greetings to the entire global community, especially the fellow citizens of India on International Yoga Day! Yoga is India's unique gift to humanity. In view of rising lifestyle-related problems, Yoga has become far more important today. Yoga is a way to physical, mental and spiritual well-being. Let us resolve to adopt yoga as an integral part of our day-to-day living," the President posted on X.
Practising Yoga Can Help Live Upto 100 Years, Says Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister
The 10th International Day of Yoga was celebrated across Madhya Pradesh on Friday with the theme ‘Yoga for self and society’, with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav asserting that one can live up to 100 years without problems by practising yoga. “People should leave their bodies after that (100 years) only like a fully ripened fruit that falls from a tree on its own and should go back to God in the same manner as the almighty had sent us at birth,” he said.
"Practice Yoga Daily": Maharashtra Chief Minister's Message For Yoga Day
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday appealed to citizens to make yoga an integral part of their daily lives. Speaking at an event in the Marine Drive area here to mark the 10th International Day of Yoga, Shinde said “Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Baba Ramdev have popularised yoga worldwide. Citizens must make yoga an integral part of their daily lives. Everyone must practise it daily, and not just one day,” he said.
"Every Soldier Is A Yogi": Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Celebrates Yoga Day
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh led the Armed Forces in celebrating the 10th International Day of Yoga on Friday, and said Indian soldiers are like Yogis. “Every Indian soldier is, in a way, a Yogi. The world has been witness to the physical and mental fitness of our soldiers many times. Not only on the borders, their service to the nation during national calamities is a testament to their strong physical and mental health. The way they avoid unnecessary aggression in adverse circumstances and stand up aggressively to protect the integrity and sovereignty of the country, whenever needed, reinforces their identity of a Yogi," he said.
In Pics: International Yoga Day Celebrated In Ireland
This #InternationalDayOfYoga, we celebrate India’s venerable tradition of yoga as an international phenomenon. It has truly made an impact across the world.
— Consulate General of Ireland, Mumbai (@irelandinmumbai) June 21, 2024
That includes in Ireland, as seen here in pictures from the beautiful counties of Clare, Donegal, and Down. pic.twitter.com/ENXZbVY1jh
Israelis Perform Yoga In Tel Aviv With Posters Of Hostages Taken By Hamas
İsrail’in Tel Aviv kentinde, Hamas’ın rehin aldığı İsraillilerin serbest bırakılması için yoga yapıldı.pic.twitter.com/ut4PQoQde4
— Solcu Gazete (@solcugazete) November 18, 2023
Yoga Is "India's Gift": British High Commissioner to India OnInternational Yoga Day
#WATCH | Delhi: Lindy Cameron, British High Commissioner to India says, " It is fantastic to be here in Delhi and practise Yoga on International Yoga Day with Dr S Jaishankar...it really is India's gift" pic.twitter.com/aGELs77EC3
— ANI (@ANI) June 21, 2024
In Pics: Assam Rifles Perform Yoga In Northeast On Intrnational Yoga Day
In Pics: President Droupadi Murmu Takes Part In A Yoga Session At Rashtrapati Bhawan
"Unparalled Vibrancy": PM Modi Shares Post Yoga Selfies From Kashmir
Post Yoga selfies in Srinagar! Unparalled vibrancy here, at the Dal Lake. pic.twitter.com/G9yxoLUkpX
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 21, 2024
WATCH: Union Health Minister JP Nadda Participates In Yoga Session In Delhi
Participating in Mass Yoga Demonstration on 10th International Yoga Day in Delhi. #InternationalYogaDay https://t.co/3ee4jhtWCE
— Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) June 21, 2024
n Pics: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Performs Yoga In Parliament House Complex
In Pics: Taj Mahal Security Officials Perform Yoga At The 17th Century Monument
In Pics: Yoga Performed At Attari Border On International Yoga Day
In Pics: BSF officers perform Yoga in Thar desert
Border Security Force officers and personnel participate in International Yoga Day celebrations on the sand dunes of Jaisalmer.
In Pics: Dogs Of Indian Army's Canine Squad Perform Yoga With Soldiers
"World Performing Yoga Under PM Modi's Leadership": Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Governor Anandiben Patel on Friday, performed yoga at the Raj Bhawan on the occasion of 10th International Yoga Day. "All of you are welcome to this program of the 10th International Yoga Day at Raj Bhawan. Yoga Day is being celebrated across the country today. I congratulate the people of the entire state on the program of 10th International Yoga Day. Today, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the whole world is celebrating International Yoga Day by joining together. Yoga shows humanity," he said.
WATCH: PM Modi Performs Yoga On International Yoga Day In Srinagar
🔴 LIVE: PM Modi Leads International Yoga Day Celebrations In Srinagar #YogaDay2024 #InternationalYogaDay #Srinagar https://t.co/OfT90IFAPH
— NDTV (@ndtv) June 21, 2024
WATCH: Prime Minister @narendramodi performs Yoga In Srinagar
#Watch | Prime Minister @narendramodi performs Yoga in Srinagar on the occasion of 10th International Yoga Day#YogaWithDDNews #YogaForSelfAndSociety #InternationalYogaDay2024 #IDY2024@moayush @PMOIndia pic.twitter.com/dcKVjLJ1dE
— DD News (@DDNewslive) June 21, 2024
BREAKING: PM Modi Performs Yoga At Srinagar On International Yoga Day
WATCH: PM Modi's Full Address On 10th International Day of Yoga
As we mark the 10th International Day of Yoga, I urge everyone to make it a part of their daily lives. Yoga fosters strength, good health and wellness. Wonderful to join this year's programme in Srinagar. https://t.co/oYonWze6QU
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 21, 2024
WATCH: Swimmers Perform Yoga in the Yamuna on International Yoga Day
#Watch | Swimmers Perform Yoga in the Yamuna on #InternationalYogaDay
— NDTV (@ndtv) June 21, 2024
📍 Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh pic.twitter.com/QYmSFWmHrJ
"Yoga Day creating new records": PM Modi
“In Srinagar we can feel the energy that we get from yoga. I wish the people of the country and the people who practice yoga in every corner of the world a happy Yoga Day. International Yoga Day has completed a historic journey of 10 years. In 2014, I proposed the International Day of Yoga at the United Nations. This proposal of India was supported by 177 countries and it was a record in itself. Since then, Yoga Day has been creating new records." he said.
"World is looking at yoga as a powerful agent of global good": PM Modi
"The world is looking at yoga as a powerful agent of global good. Yoga helps us live in the present moment. It connects us with ourselves and our deepest feelings. Yoga helps us realise our welfare is connected to the welfare of those around us. Yoga is a science. In today's world, the human mind finds it difficult to focus on on thing. Yoga is the solution for this," he said
"Tourists across the world are coming to India authentic yoga": PM Modi
"World's biggest institutions and universities are publishing research on Yoga. Yoga is not limited now. World is watching a new Yoga economy come up. Tourists across the world are coming to India to learn authentic yoga and this is increasing yoga tourism," he said.
"Number of people performing Yoga across the world is increasing": PM Modi
"Last year, I lead yoga day celebration at UN in US. The journey of Yoga around the world is ongoing. I am happy that today over 100 institutions have been certified by AYUSH Ministry's Yoga Board. The number of people performing yoga is increasing," he said
PM Shares Greeting On International Yoga Day
"I extend greetings from Srinagar to the world on International Yoga Day", PM Modi said.
WATCH: Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel perform yoga at Pangong Tso in Ladakh
#Watch | Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel perform yoga at Pangong Tso in Ladakh.#InternationalYogaDay #YogaDay2024 pic.twitter.com/hhUIqfvasG
— NDTV (@ndtv) June 21, 2024
In Pics: Indo-Tibetan Border Police Performs Yoga At Over 15,000 Feet In Sikkim
WATCH: Indian Army Personnel Performing Yoga On Snow At Northern Frontier
Indian Army personnel are performing yoga in the snow on the northern frontier on #InternationalYogaDay2024.
— NDTV (@ndtv) June 21, 2024
(Video: ANI) pic.twitter.com/Ga9Iv80Zpf
In Pics: Yoga Performed At New York's Times Square
A large number of people joined 'Solstice at Times Square' to celebrate Yoga, ahead of International Day of Yoga, "The day-long celebration of Yoga, also known as 'Solstice at Times Square', featured seven yoga sessions, in which about 10,000 people from across nationalities participated, showcasing the widespread enthusiasm for yoga in New York City and the US," the Consulate General of India in New York said.
WATCH: Border Security Force (BSF) Personnel Performs Yoga In Kolkata
#InternationalYogaDay2024 | BSF personnel perform yoga in Kolkata.
— NDTV (@ndtv) June 21, 2024
(Video: ANI) pic.twitter.com/oDZADgHUag
In Pics: Participants Await Arrival Of PM Modi FOr Yoga Day Celebrations In Srinagar
"Nehruji Recognised Yoga's Merits": Congress In Yoga Day Post On X
Yoga—the comprehensive approach to a fulfilling life is "India's gift to the world". Nehru ji recognised its merits and made it a part of national policy.
— Congress (@INCIndia) June 21, 2024
On International Yoga Day, let's celebrate India's ancient art & science of wellness and make it a part of our daily lives. pic.twitter.com/c4jsGU97Gs
In Pics: Glimpses From Yoga Day 2023, PM Modi Performed Yoga At UN
PM Modi To lead International Yoga Day Celebrations In Srinagar: 10 Points
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the 10th International Yoga Day celebrations today from Jammu and Kashmir -- an event that is expected to get massive national and global attention in which the location will play no small part.
